Cashing Out | April 13, 2026 | Hour 3
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In this episode of VSiN Best Bets, host Dustin Swedelson delivers a deep dive into the NBA play-in games and MLB matchups with expert analysis from guests Travis DeMerce, the Trailblazers' play-by-play voice, and Greg Hoops Peterson, baseball betting expert. The show opens with a detailed breakdown of the Portland Trailblazers vs. Phoenix Suns matchup, where DeMerce provides insider insight into Portland’s unexpected playoff run, highlighting the critical roles of veterans Drew Holiday and Jeremy Grant, and the dominant rebounding of Donovan Klingin. Swedelson leans toward Portland covering the 3.5-point spread and the total under 217.5, citing defensive strength and offensive rebounding advantages. Later, Peterson breaks down multiple MLB games with sharp betting angles, including under bets on totals, moneyline plays on Arizona and Pittsburgh, and player props like O'Neal Cruz and Rafael Devers. The episode closes with a strong emphasis on disciplined, data-driven betting, reinforcing VSiN’s mission to turn knowledge into profit through actionable insights.
Portland’s success stems from veteran leadership (Holiday, Williams) and elite rebounding (Klingin), not just star power.
Betting the under on totals is strategic when teams like Phoenix struggle with three-point shooting and defensive rebounding.
Player props like Donovan Klingin over 12.5 rebounds and O'Neal Cruz at 100-1 for MVP offer high-value, low-liquidity opportunities.
Teams with strong small-ball execution (e.g., Brewers) and weak bullpens (e.g., Blue Jays) are prime targets for over/under plays.
Betting on underdogs with strong defensive schemes (e.g., Miami vs. Charlotte) can exploit overrated opponent perceptions.
Opening the Play-In Games: Miami vs. Charlotte
“I don't love them as much as everyone else, and I think five and a half is way too many points when on the other sideline, you have one of the best X's and O's guys in Eric Spolstra.”
Travis DeMerce on the Trailblazers’ Unexpected Run
“He's the best offensive rebounder in the league this year. He set a Blazers single season record for offensive rebounds in a season.”
Night Bites: Best Soundbites from Earlier in the Day
Swedelson revisits standout moments from other VSiN shows, including debates on the Most Improved Player award, draft analysis on Ty Simpson and Arvel Reese, and Zachary Cohen’s take on Lakers vs. Rockets series props.
Greg Hoops Peterson Breaks Down MLB Play-Ins
“I'm going to be in on the under. Miles Michaelis is not a good pitcher. I am not going to try to sell you a bag of goods there.”
Key Player Props and Team Totals for Tuesday’s Card
Swedelson and Peterson detail specific player props (e.g., LaMelo Ball over 13.5 PRA, Andrew Wiggins under 4.5 rebounds) and team totals (Pirates over 4.5, Yankees over 4.5), emphasizing matchup-specific advantages and defensive weaknesses.
“I don't love them as much as everyone else, and I think five and a half is way too many points when on the other sideline, you have one of the best X's and O's guys in Eric Spolstra.”
“They're not competing for a draft pick, and after the last four to six weeks of the NBA season, it is absolutely a godsend.”
“He's the best offensive rebounder in the league this year. He set a Blazers single season record for offensive rebounds in a season.”
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Phoenix Suns
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Miami Heat
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Charlotte Hornets
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Dustin Swedelson
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Travis DeMerce
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Donovan Klingin
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Greg Hoops Peterson
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VSiN Best Bets
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Arizona Diamondbacks
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